A form of heatstroke or sunstroke, believed to be prevalent among sailors and explorers in tropical areas, characterized by delirium, intense thirst, and hallucinations. Originating from the French 'calenture,' meaning 'fever of the heat.'
/kal.ɔ̃.tuʁ/
A term rarely used in modern English, 'poils' can be considered an archaic variant of 'poils', which in Middle English referred to a type of fine cloth or material.
/pɔɪl/
A compound, also known as coenzyme Q, found in the mitochondria of cells, where it functions in the electron transport chain and can be used as a dietary supplement for health benefits.
/juˈbikwəˌnoʊn/
The process of losing or removing the zinc from an alloy or compound, typically due to corrosion or chemical action, often resulting in a weakening of the material.
/dɪˈzɪŋkɪfɪ/
A surname, also used as a given name. It can also refer to the third son of Jacob and Leah in the Old Testament, one of the founders of one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
/liːvi/
An uncommon amino acid that is peculiar to the sequence of a particular protein, it is an isomer of the common amino acid proline, with a different spatial structure.
/ˈprɑː.oʊ.lɪnz/
An antevert is a person who is inclined to tuck their chin to their chest when looking down, often as a learned posture. In the context of verbs, it refers to the act of tucking the chin to the chest.
/ˈæntɪvɜːrd/
Lorane is a specific name or term, often used to denote a place, person, or brand. However, it is not a widely recognized word in everyday English vocabulary and lacks a clear, broad definition.
/lɔrən/